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Melissa A.
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First time home buyer in Pawtucket
OK so I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $286,200, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $286,200 on average. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Good schools
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Hot summers
- Sprawl everywhere
- Mosquitoes and humidity
Any advice would be great. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Good schools
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Hot summers
- Sprawl everywhere
- Mosquitoes and humidity
Any advice would be great. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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